My Father's Dragon (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1997, My Father's Dragon is a fantasy and animation film directed by Masami Hata, running about 98 minutes.
What it’s about. Elmer is told by a traveling cat about a baby dragon who is being held captive and mistreated on the scary Wild Island. Elmer decides to investigate and battles tigers, crocodiles and gorillas in order to rescue the little dragon.
Who’s in it. My Father's Dragon stars YU-KI as Elmer Elevator (voice), Megumi Hayashibara as Boris (voice), Joji Yanami as Cat (Voice) and Daisuke Gori as Male Gorilla (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, My Father's Dragon has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Father's Dragon page.
If you liked it. Fans of My Father's Dragon tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch My Father's Dragon (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for My Father's Dragon change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is My Father's Dragon worth watching?
- My Father's Dragon holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in My Father's Dragon?
- My Father's Dragon stars YU-KI, Megumi Hayashibara, Joji Yanami, Daisuke Gori and Masako Nozawa.
- When was My Father's Dragon released?
- My Father's Dragon was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.